Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning are empowering humans all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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